Authentic Tamil Nadu Kancheepuram Poondu Poondu Poondu Kootu with Warm Steamed Ponni Rice
A delightful and aromatic garlic-infused lentil preparation from Tamil Nadu, simmered with traditional spices. Served hot alongside fragrant steamed Ponni rice for a comforting meal.
55min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Wash the toor dal thoroughly and pressure cook with turmeric powder and enough water until soft and mushy.
2
Heat sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and let them splutter.
3
Add curry leaves and peeled garlic cloves, sautéing until the garlic turns golden and aromatic.
4
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
5
Pour in the cooked toor dal, add salt, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
6
Simmer for 5 minutes so the flavors meld together nicely.
7
Serve hot with steamed Ponni rice.
Ingredients
1 cup toor dal
20 cloves garlic, peeled
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
2 dry red chillies
A sprig of curry leaves
2 tbsp sesame oil
Salt to taste
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